Require Teaching Animal Unit, Farm Animal Technician in Raleigh, NC

Job title: Teaching Animal Unit, Farm Animal Technician Company: North Carolina State University Job description: In addition to a fully completed application please submit a cover letter, resume and the contact information for professional references. * Please note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application* Posting Details Job Posting Information Posting Number PG193472SP Internal Recruitment No Working Title Teaching Animal Unit, Farm Animal Technician Anticipated Hiring Range $39,788 - $43,500 Work Schedule Friday -Tuesday, 7 AM -4 PM, on call as needed; schedule could change depending on time of year Job Location Raleigh, NC Department 191602 - CVM Teaching Animal Unit About the Department The mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) & NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is to enhance animal and human health and well-being through the education and advanced training of veterinarians and provide leadership in veterinary care and outreach through interdisciplinary partnerships. The Teaching Animal Unit (TAU) is a dynamic teaching institution for veterinary students in all four years of the veterinary curriculum that includes experiences with swine, poultry, sheep, goats, and beef/dairy cattle. The purpose of the TAU is to provide realistic opportunities for veterinary students education that is centered around food animals. This live animal farming enterprise strives to function in a manner compatible with a financially viable agricultural enterprise by emphasizing current best management practices for an environmentally enriched, animal welfare friendly operation. This student exposure is accomplished annually by providing live animal educational training for seven senior 2-week clinical rotations, six 1-week selectives and in excess of 150 teaching laboratories (currently comprising 100 students per class at 25 students per lab) and 4th year clinical rotations as needed. Essential Job Duties The farm animal technician supports the mission of the Teaching Animal Unit (TAU) by assisting with general daily farm operations, animal care and coordinating cadaver procurement for VMP labs. All duties will include adherence to SOPs, record keeping, and assuring animal welfare. This position will be cross-trained to work with swine, dairy cattle, beef cattle, and small ruminants animal care duties to be lead for student workers on weekend shifts. Duties:

• Help ensure regulatory compliance in all areas of responsibility and understand responsibilities as outlined by all regulatory entities (IACUC, AAALAC, USDA, OLAW).
• Carry out farm operations including equipment used onsite and ability to drive a truck with trailer to move animals as needed
• Be a lead to student workers
• Assist with the setup and break down of all teaching labs and selectives using CVM animals.

Other Responsibilities Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Experience/Education Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Other Required Qualifications

• In-depth working knowledge of animals housed onsite and regulatory guidelines for animal use and welfare.
• Ability to safely operate farm equipment.
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong work ethic
• Work autonomously.
• Ability to lift 50-70lbs with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience working directly with food animal related species and associated daily farm operations.
• Working knowledge of IACUC, USDA, AAALAC, OLAW and institutional operations.

Required License or Certification A valid NC driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of start date and must be maintained throughout employment. Valid NC Driver's License required Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date 08/04/2023 Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 08/11/2023 Notice to Applicants Special Instructions In addition to a fully completed application please submit a cover letter, resume and the contact information for professional references.

• Please note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application*

Position Details Position Number 00110317 Position Type SHRA Position Classification Band Title Research Technician Position Classification Band Level Journey Position Classification Salary Range $31,200 - $66,122 Salary Grade Equivalency GN06 Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0 Appointment 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure Time Limited Position No Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable) Department Id 191602 - CVM Teaching Animal Unit AA/EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or . Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * How did you learn of this opportunity?

• NCSU Website
• NCSU Executive Search Services
• Monster.com
• CareerBuilder.com
• InsideHigherEd.com
• Other Online Job Board
• Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
• Job / Career Fair
• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• HERC
• Professional Journal
• Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
• Professional Organization
• Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
• NCSU Employee Referral
• Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
• Other
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

(Open Ended Question) * * Do you have demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work?

• Yes
• No
• * Are you able to lift up to 70 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No
• * Please describe your experience managing a minimum of 2 different species as listed (swine, poultry, sheep, meat goats, beef cattle, dairy cattle, or horses) in a farm and/or educational setting.

(Open Ended Question) * * Are you able to work around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors?

• Yes
• No
• * A valid NC driver's license is required for this position and must be maintained as a condition of employment. Do you have a valid NC driver's license or will you obtain it within 30 days of start date?

• Yes, I have a valid NC driver's license and understand that it must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Yes, while I do not currently have a valid NC driver's license, I will obtain it within 30 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
• No, I do not currently have a valid NC driver's license, and I will not obtain it.

Application Materials Required Required Documents * Resume

• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for References

Optional Documents Expected salary: $39788 - 43500 per year Location: Raleigh, NC Apply Job!